Janakpuri East Sector 42-43 Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 24.3 km in approximately 67 minutes. Commuters travel through 24 stations via the Blue Line, Magenta Line, Yellow Line, Rapid Metro lines. A train change at 3 interchange stations is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 by Delhi Metro is approximately 67 minutes, covering a distance of 24.3 km.
This route requires 3 interchanges. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 79 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 is calculated based on the distance of 24.3 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹54 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹49 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹39 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹54 | Same as token fare |
| Tourist Card (1 Day) | ₹200 | Unlimited rides — valid from first trip |
| Tourist Card (3 Days) | ₹500 | Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days |
| Children (under 3 yrs) | Free | Must be accompanied by adult |
| ⚠️ Ticketless Penalty | ₹250 | Always carry a valid ticket |
🔄 Interchange Stations
You will need to change metro lines at the following 3 interchange stations on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
- Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
- Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
- Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
- At interchange stations, follow colour-coded signboards to find your next platform quickly.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 24 stations between Janakpuri East and Sector 42-43, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 is ₹54 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹49 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹39.
The metro journey from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 takes approximately 67 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 79 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 3 times on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 is approximately 24.3 km.
The first metro from Janakpuri East towards Sector 42-43 departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 3-6 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Janakpuri East to Sector 42-43 (24.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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